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Spiced Christmas Margarita

Delight in a Spiced Christmas Margarita for Cozy Celebrations

Elevate your holiday gathering with a Spiced Christmas Margarita, combining pomegranate, orange, and festive spices.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • rocks glass
  • Small Bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Margarita

  • 2 oz Tequila A good-quality tequila adds depth.
  • 1 oz Pomegranate juice Provides sweetness and tartness.
  • 1 oz Orange juice Freshly squeezed works best.
  • 1 oz Orange liqueur Adds a delightful citrus undertone.
  • 1 teaspoon Honey Can substitute with agave syrup.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Offers warmth and depth.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon Essential holiday spice.
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground ginger Adds a zesty kick.
  • a pinch Cayenne pepper Adds a hint of heat.

For the Garnish

  • 1 sprig Rosemary Fresh rosemary enhances aroma.
  • 1 oz Ginger beer Optional for a fizzy touch.

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Mix coarse sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and cayenne in a bowl. Moisten glass rim with orange juice and dip into the sugar mixture. Set aside.
  • In a shaker, combine pomegranate juice, orange juice, tequila, orange liqueur, honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper.
  • Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into the prepared rocks glass filled with ice.
  • Optionally top off with ginger beer for a festive touch.
  • Garnish with a rosemary sprig before serving.

Notes

Chill the glasses for a better presentation. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 18gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg
Keyword citrus margarita, easy margarita, festive drink, holiday cocktail, pomegranate cocktail, Spiced Christmas Margarita
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